Yona of the Dawn Returns: Season 2 Confirmed After a Decade
After years of silence, Yona of the Dawn fans are buzzing as the anime’s long-awaited second season is finally in the works. The news has sparked excitement and disbelief across the community.
For years, those who followed Yona of the Dawn had all but given up on seeing the story continue. Now, in a twist that’s caught everyone off guard, the much-loved fantasy series is officially making a comeback. The announcement came straight from the show’s official Twitter, confirming that new episodes are underway. With Mizuho Kusanagi’s manga now wrapped up, the timing couldn’t be better for the adaptation to pick up where it left off.
The first run of the anime aired back in late 2014 through early 2015, covering just a fraction of the manga’s full tale—only eight out of forty-six volumes made it to the screen. The manga itself kicked off in Hana to Yume magazine in 2009 and has since built a loyal following. Fans have been waiting more than ten years for any sign of a second season, and the news has sent shockwaves through the community.
Fans React to the Big News
The reaction online was immediate and intense. Some punters could hardly believe it, with one writing,
‘Please say this is real,’
while another admitted,
‘I’ll cry if this isn’t true.’
The excitement was palpable, with a third fan exclaiming,
‘OMG I’VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS DAY ALL MY LIFE. I’M SO HAPPY TO BE ABLE TO WITNESS THIS.’
Not everyone was convinced, though. A few sceptics reckon the announcement might just be a marketing ploy to boost the manga’s final sales. As one pointed out,
‘I’m so tired of these advertisements. This is OBVIOUSLY to boost final sales. It will never get full adaptations and it’s also not for demand of the fans... it’s just a glorified advertisement. Specially true for shoujo.’
Still, the majority seem keen to see what’s next for the series.
Yona’s Journey Continues
The story follows Princess Yona, who’s forced to flee her comfortable life after a close mate betrays her and her father is killed. With her loyal bodyguard Hak by her side, the sixteen-year-old is pushed to grow up fast, setting out across the kingdom of Kouka. Her mission: to track down the legendary four dragons who might just help her reclaim her home.
With the fantasy genre as popular as ever and 2025 shaping up to be a massive year for anime, there’s plenty of room for Yona of the Dawn to make a splash. Fans are holding out hope that this isn’t just another promo, but the real deal—a chance to see the rest of Yona’s journey brought to life on screen.